Our Programs

From Little Learners to Advanced — a program for every age

We offer programs for all ages and skill levels. Whether your child is just starting or ready to earn high school credits, we have a path for them.

Conversational Punjabi

Listen • Understand • Speak • Connect

Admissions Open — Only 20 Spots

Punjabi for Real Life

Students build confidence speaking Punjabi through stories, songs, games, and practical conversations with family, friends, and community members.

📅 Class Schedule
  • • Every school Sunday
  • • 9:15–10:15 AM
  • • Full school session
👥 Every Home Is Welcome
  • • English-speaking homes welcome
  • • All Punjabi accents respected
  • • No caregiver fluency required
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Class Book List — 2026-2027

Books used by each class this session. A = Advanced, B = Beginner.

# Class Book / Series Level of Book
1Little LearnersAjit KaurLittle Learners
2FastTrack BAjit KaurLevel 2 book
3FastTrack ASikhiaLevel 2 book
4Level 1Ajit KaurLevel 1
5Level 2Ajit KaurLevel 2
6Level 3 BAjit KaurLevel 3
7Level 3 ASikhiaLevel 3
8Level 4Pushpinder KaurLevel 4
9Level 5Pushpinder KaurLevel 5
10Level 6 / ALTANo books
Notes: Level 1 Early Start and Late Start use the same Ajit Kaur Level 1 book. FastTrack A and B both use a Level 2 book from their assigned series.
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Little Learners

Ages 3-5

Introduction to Punjabi & Sikh Culture

A foundational program introducing the youngest learners to Punjabi language and Sikh culture in an engaging, nurturing environment.

📅 Class Format
  • • Assembly at Gurudwara main hall at 10:30 AM
  • • 45-minute classroom session
  • • Parent involvement required
🙏 Life Skills
  • • Head-covering & matha tek
  • • Taking Prashad properly
  • • Seva and Simran practices
Learning Objectives
  • Recognize all 35 Punjabi alphabet letters
  • Pronounce letters and associated words
  • Count numbers up to ten
  • Recite days of the week
  • Learn colors, body parts, fruits, vegetables
  • Ten Gurus, Sahibzaday, and five Pyare
  • Memorize the Mool Mantar
📚 Text: Ajit Kaur — Little Learners
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Regular Classes — Levels 1-5

Our core curriculum uses class-specific books from Ajit Kaur, Sikhia, and Pushpinder Kaur.

Level 1 — Beginner

Introduction to Gurmukhī letters, numbers, and basic vocabulary. Students learn to recognize, read, and write letters, count up to 30, and understand simple commands.

Key Skills:
  • Gurmukhī letters and sounds
  • Numbers up to 30
  • Days, colors, animals, body parts
  • Simple muktā and kannā words
Text: Ajit Kaur — Level 1 (Early Start and Late Start)

Level 2 — Elementary

Building on Level 1 with all ten matrās, words using adhak, tippī, bindī, and foot letters. Students read simple stories and learn Muhārnī.

Key Skills:
  • All ten matrās
  • Numbers up to 60
  • Command and interrogative sentences
  • Simple stories and essays
Text: Ajit Kaur — Level 2

Level 3 — Intermediate

Grammar foundations including nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and postpositions. Introduction to gender, number, tense, and sentence structure.

Key Skills:
  • Word types and grammar
  • Gender and number concepts
  • Essay writing
  • Poetry and Punjabi sayings
Texts: Level 3 B: Ajit Kaur — Level 3; Level 3 A: Sikhia — Level 3

Level 4 — Upper Intermediate

Punjabi orthography, etymology, and syntax. Essays on the ten Sikh Gurus and introduction to Gurbānī words and Shabads.

Key Skills:
  • Advanced grammar and syntax
  • Numbers up to 100
  • Sikh Gurus essays
  • Gurbānī introduction
Text: Pushpinder Kaur — Level 4

Level 5 — Advanced

Fluency in Punjabi conversation, comprehensive grammar mastery, and Punjabi poetry. Analysis of essays on Sikh personalities, practices, moral values, and historical events with deeper understanding of Gurbānī.

Key Skills:
  • Conversational fluency
  • Advanced grammar mastery
  • Punjabi poetry analysis
  • Gurbānī Shabads understanding
Text: Pushpinder Kaur — Level 5

Accelerated Learning for Older Beginners

A specialized program designed for children aged 8 and above who are new to Punjabi but can learn faster due to their maturity.

This class addresses families who want their children to learn Punjabi without feeling self-conscious sitting with younger students. Students learn at an accelerated pace in an age-appropriate environment with peers of similar ages.

✨ Key Features
  • • Age-appropriate environment
  • • Accelerated learning pace
  • • Flexible curriculum
  • • Personalized attention
📊 Assessment
  • • Quarterly progress evaluations
  • • Readiness assessment for Levels 1-5
  • • Collaborative promotion decisions
  • • Teacher and parent involvement
Waitlist Only — FastTrack classes are at capacity for 2026-2027.
Texts: FastTrack B: Ajit Kaur — Level 2; FastTrack A: Sikhia — Level 2
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FastTrack Class

Ages 8+

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Coding Program

Grades 2+

Learn to Code with Scratch & Python

Empower your child with essential coding skills through our hands-on, project-based learning program!

Our coding program offers three tracks designed for different age groups and skill levels, teaching students block-based and text-based programming through engaging projects and games.

🐱 Beginner Scratch

For 2nd-3rd graders. Learn block-based coding, create animations and simple games.

🎮 Advanced Scratch

For 4th-5th graders. Nested loops, custom blocks, variables, and complex games.

🐍 Python Beginner

For 5th graders+. Text-based coding with variables, loops, and conditionals.

📅 Class Schedule
  • Day: To be confirmed
  • Time: To be confirmed
  • Location: Sikh Center of Seattle
💼 What to Bring
  • • A fully charged laptop
  • • Laptop charger
  • • Enthusiasm to learn!
Project-Based Learning — Students learn by building real projects and games!

Coding classes use a separate registration process — please complete the form above.

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Level 6 / ALTA

Test Preparation & High School Credits

Prepare for the ALTA Test

Level 6 / ALTA Test Preparation is open for 2026-2027 enrollment. No textbook is required for this class.

High school students in Washington State can earn up to 4 world language credits through Punjabi language proficiency testing!

Credits satisfy high school foreign language graduation requirements and may qualify students for the Seal of Biliteracy on their diploma. These credits can also be used for college admission requirements.

📝 Test Components
  • Written Test: Writing on topics of general interest (no time limit)
  • Phone Interview: ~30 minutes of listening, understanding, and speaking
🏆 Credits Earned
Novice Mid1 credit
Novice High2 credits
Intermediate Low/Mid3 credits
Intermediate High+4 credits
📋 ALTA test registration: The proficiency test is arranged through your school counselor (fee applies). Enrollment in Punjabi School Bothell's Level 6 preparation class uses our regular registration form.
📄 Download Full ALTA Test Guide

2026-2027 Enrollment Options

Apply for Conversational Punjabi or Level 6 / ALTA, or join a core-class waitlist.

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